Overview
'Catching the frame' means the door is dragging or scraping against the frame when opening, closing or locking. It's almost always a hinge adjustment issue. Left alone, it wears paint off and eventually damages the seal.
Symptoms
- Scrape marks on the door edge or frame.
- Extra effort to open or close.
- Door only catches in one season.
Common causes
- Dropped door.
- Seasonal expansion.
- Frame movement.
When to call a professional
- Adjustment doesn't hold.
Prevention
- Annual servicing.